Internet of Things: Communication Technologies

Internet of Things: Communication Technologies: Overview & Verdict

Have you wondered how “Things” talk to each other and the cloud? Do you understand the alternatives for conveying latency-sensitive real time data versus reliable signaling data? Building on the skills from the Sensing and Actuation course, we will explore protocols to exchange information between processors. In this course, you will learn how VoIP systems like Skype work and implement your own app for voice calls and text messages. You will start by using the Session Initiation Protocol (SIP

The course sits in the Business section of Coursera, next to material aimed at the same level, which makes it easy to continue once you finish.

It is taught by University of California San Diego, delivered in en — useful context when you are deciding whether Internet of Things: Communication Technologies fits the time you have this week.

What you need before starting

• • A free Coursera account (takes under a minute to create)
• • A laptop, tablet or phone with a stable internet connection
• • Curiosity about business and a couple of free hours per week

About University of California San Diego

University of California San Diego teaches Internet of Things: Communication Technologies. The lessons follow a consistent structure and the Q&A section stays active, which is a good signal of ongoing support.

Our verdict: Worth claiming if business is on your list this quarter — a paid course at $0 is hard to argue with. Enroll now even if you plan to start later — access stays with your account after the coupon expires.